Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
Playa Mesa Mexican Kitchen
Offering a refreshing approach to Mexican food and drink with fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Le Chateau Garden Bistro
In the flagship Ayres hotel, a hidden gem serving American cuisine with a European flair.
Filomena’s Italian Kitchen & Market
Named one of the “Best Top 10 Italian Restaurants in the OC” and one of the “75 Best Places to Eat in the OC,” Filomena’s Italian Kitchen serves handmade pasta, pizzas and more.
Bonchon
Located in the Costa Mesa’s Mesa Verde neighborhood and originally founded in South Korea, Bonchon is a family-friendly location serving Korean-style fried chicken.
Maggiano's Little Italy
At Maggiano's, you'll find authentic Italian-American cuisine prepared by gifted chefs, old-neighborhood charm and generous portions being passed around the table.
Pitfire Artisan Pizza
Pitfire Pizza is a non-traditional pizzeria that serves artisanal thin-crust pizzas made in a wood-burning oven.
Moulin at South Coast Plaza
With several other locations across Orange County, Moulin is continuing to welcome Paris to Costa Mesa as it opens its second restaurant in the city.
Verde Kitchen
Located in The MET, Verde Kitchen serves up produce from their own gardens on their breakfast and lunch menus.
Portola Coffee Lab
A real experience in coffee chemistry, this whimsical coffee shop in The OC Mix modeled after a laboratory is mixing up award-winning coffee drinks.
Mendocino Farms Sandwich Market
A casual, fresh eatery offering hearty sandwiches and a fun gathering place for friends and family.
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